Fiscal Year:
2007
Title:
Development of Very Long Wave Infrared Detectors Based on Type-II Strained Layer Superlattices
Agency / Branch:
DOD / MDA
Contract:
W9113M-08-C-0020
Award Amount:
$100,000.00
Abstract:
We will develop very long wave infrared focal plane arrays (VLWIR FPAs) from Type-II Strained Layer Superlattices (SLS) for ballistic missile defense applications, by combining QmagiQ's skills in FPA design, fabrication and test, with the University of New Mexico's expertise in the MBE growth and characterization of InAs/GaSb SLS. Cutoff wavelengths upto ~ 15 microns will be targeted. In Phase 1, UNM will optimize growth of the SLS photodiode layers. QmagiQ will fabricate and test photodiodes of different sizes to quantify material quality and develop a good passivation technique. In Phase 2, the recipes will be further advanced and applied to develop and deliver 1-color VLWIR imaging arrays and, quality permitting, 2-color LWIR/VLWIR arrays. This project will leverage the MDA MSTAR program at UNM, if awarded.
Small Business Information at Submission:
QMAGIQ, LLC
One Tara Boulevard Suite 102 Nashua, NH 03062
EIN/Tax ID:
721569915
DUNS:
N/A
Number of Employees:
Woman-Owned:
No
Minority-Owned:
No
HUBZone-Owned:
No
Research Institution Information:
THE UNIV. OF NEW MEXICO
Center High Tech. Materials
1313 Goddard SE, MSCO4 2710
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Contact:
Sanjay Krishna
Contact Phone:
(505) 272-7892
RI Type:
Nonprofit college or university